If you’re an owner of a glass sliding door and you want to know how to care for it you’re self, then you’re in the right place. As a glass door owner my self, I know the hassle and need to maintain these doors working properly.
When looking to care for you sliding glass door many things need to be kept in mind. One of the most common problem with glass sliding doors can be the handles or latch mechanisms as they can wear out sooner than most part in the entire glass door. As for a door handle, this probably one of the easiest things to replace. You can actually go to a local hardware store and get an entire set with instruction. My suggestion is to un-mount the broken handle and take it to the hard wear. This will ensure that get the right handle for your door, and prevent countless visits to you hardware store for the same job.
Keep in mind that when you’re replacing any parts you will have the ability to not only replace but also upgrade to a better handle or latch. Always remember security. I can not stress that enough. I’ve had friends that do their own replacements yet they don’t focus on the security of the new handles or latch they’re replacing.
Washing
Another aspect of glass door care is cleaning and washing your glass doors. What I do normally is that I use a garden hoes and wash the glass door down with a very soft brush, and dish washing detergent mixed with warm water. (The warm water makes it easier for harden particles to come off)
Finishing touch
Make sure to wipe the glass door thoroughly with a damp rag. After the glass door is completely dry you can apply wax to add a very shiny gloss finish. Most car wax will do, but I personally use turtle wax my self.
So there you have it. This is what I do for my sliding glass doors. Its brought mw great success.
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